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WCF Geriatric & Cognitive Care Unit Preview
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by
David Thompson
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published
Feb 16, 2023
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last modified
Mar 29, 2023 10:25 AM
Winfield Correctional Facility unveiled its new 240-bed specialized unit providing geriatric care, a substance abuse treatment program, and a training program open for residents who wish to become certified as a CNA aide to help with care of fellow elderly residents. An Open House was held 2-17-23 and 30 residents will be moved in on a weekly basis beginning 2-28-23 until the unit is full.
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Unsung Heroes - Admin Support - Short version
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by
David Thompson
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Feb 21, 2023
The Unsung Heroes of KDOC highlights the Administrative Support workers who most supervisors consider them as the 'backbone' of each facility. If interested in a rewarding career, please check out our website. doc.ks.gov/employment
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Unsung Heroes of KDOC: Austin Spencer HCF Evidence Ofc
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by
David Thompson
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Feb 07, 2023
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last modified
Feb 20, 2024 02:53 PM
An 8-year veteran with Hutchinson Correctional Facility, Austin Spencer is part of a new breed of Officers who are taking to heart KDOC's vision and mission of changing peoples' lives while treating residents with dignity and respect. Under the leadership of Warden Dan Schnurr, Spencer is passionate about his work and is a great example of how good people can make a difference even in a bad environment.
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Why I Love Working for KDOC
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by
David Thompson
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Mar 23, 2023
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last modified
Feb 20, 2024 02:35 PM
People with a heart to help others explain why they love working at the Kansas Department of Corrections.
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NCF - Trash bags to Mats for Homeless
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David Thompson
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Apr 11, 2023
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last modified
Feb 20, 2024 02:27 PM
The Crafts and Arts program at Norton Correctional Facility is helping the homeless community throughout Kansas as they take donated trash bags and crochet them together into mats and tote bags.
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Cold Case Cards 1st Anniversary
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David Thompson
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May 08, 2023
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last modified
Feb 20, 2024 02:01 PM
Cold Case Cards are having an impact in our facilities and county jails if for anything other than the fact people are talking about them and the cases they represent.
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Correctional Officers Week - Tribute and 'Thank You'
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by
David Thompson
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Dec 31, 2020
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last modified
May 08, 2023 08:00 AM
This second week of May is designated as Correctional Officers Week, or as some prefer to say, Corrections Professionals Week. It is a weeklong celebration of the men and women who exemplify the meaning of Unsung Heroes. See and hear from KDOC's leaders how grateful we all are!
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TCF Graduation 2023
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by
David Thompson
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May 25, 2023
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last modified
Feb 20, 2024 01:33 PM
22 residents from the Topeka Correctional Facility donned their caps and gowns as part of graduation ceremonies with Washburn University and Washburn Institute of Technology. 12 residents received their Associate's degree of Liberal Studies, 7 received their 4.0 certificate from Washburn Tech, while 3 received their Kansas State High School Equivalency Diplomas.
Congratulations to all the women for their hard work and determination to achieve this important milestone on their journey to improve their lives and futures.
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LCF - Lawrence Gardner High School Graduation 2023
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by
David Thompson
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May 24, 2023
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last modified
Feb 20, 2024 01:25 PM
20 residents from Lansing Correctional Facility received their high school diplomas as part of the Lawrence Gardner High School program. Congrats to these men for their hard work and determination as they hope to use this milestone achievement as a stepping stone in their lives and future dreams.
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Staff stories: Linda Graves 999
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by
David Thompson
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Jun 15, 2023
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last modified
Feb 20, 2024 01:22 PM
Ellsworth Correctional Facility staff member, Linda Graves, shares her story. Graves works In the ECF greenhouse part time mentoring the residents in gardening and groundskeeping. Working a 999 shift is ideal for people who only want to work part-time or seniors who don't want to fully retire.
